2001 Ford Ka vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
